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zzyzxpat
Explorer
Feb 18, 2019

2000 Ram change from 16" wheel to 18"?

I am looking to see if anyone has changed up their 16" wheels to either 17" or 18", whichever can handle more weight. Having read posts on going to 19.5", I don't think I want to go there. Something that would handle 3800-3900 lbs should work I think. If you have done this, could you suggest a wheel vendor and what tires did you go with. Thank you for your time. Pat
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  • burningman's avatar
    burningman
    Explorer II
    Feb 19, 2019
    Ask that question on Cumminsforum.com.
    There’s even a specific “tires and wheels” section.
    You’ll get good info specific to your 2000 Dodge there.
  • FireGuard's avatar
    FireGuard
    Explorer II
    Feb 19, 2019
    Look on Craigslist for a set of wheels and tires from a new Ram.
    Numerous brand new sets for $1000 or less. 285/70/18
  • twodownzero's avatar
    twodownzero
    Explorer
    Feb 18, 2019
    romore wrote:
    I don't think you will be happy. It will be like changing your diff gear to a higher ratio (lower numerically) which will kill towing ability.


    Tires that are the same height with larger wheels will not affect effective gear ratio.

    Op,

    18s will carry more weight.
  • romore's avatar
    romore
    Explorer II
    Feb 18, 2019
    I don't think you will be happy. It will be like changing your diff gear to a higher ratio (lower numerically) which will kill towing ability.

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